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Airgun Accuracy!
Accuracy Counts!
Shooting is a learned skill that is acquired through practice, practice, practice. It includes a diligent adherence to the previously discussed Shooting Fundamentals and Basic Marksmanship Principles/Techniques (Blog’s Marksmanship Category).
However, with Airguns (including softair), a person needs to be extremely cognizant of weather conditions and the airgun’s firing characteristics:
- Wind Factors - Because of relatively low muzzle velocities and lighter ammunition, the slightest wind will affect your aim. Obviously, this would apply to a head, tail, or crosswinds.
- Temperature Factors – Depending on the gun, cold air can seriously affect its performance. Pneumatic guns are notoriously erratic during cold/cold winter weather.
- Gun Limitations- Don’t expect positive results, if your shooting scenario is unrealistic. If the gun’s maximum effective range is 400 yards, you won’t be able to hit a target consistently at 450 yards.
With airguns, practice during all seasons and weather conditions becomes very important. Knowing and understanding the systematic quirks of your gun are critical.
Airsoft vs. Paintball!
True to Form!
The Sport of Airsoft and the Sport of Paintball continues to debate feverishly over bragging rights as to which sport is the best. So many of the answers to questions asked are subjective in nature – it depends on the game being played, the established ground rules, and even which side of the street you were born/raised on.
There are some differences in the cost of guns and ammo for each sport. Understandably, Paintball ammunition is much more expensive than Airsoft ammo; but, conversely, a Paintball hit is immediately identifiable; and, other than ”ouch”, airsoft isn’t. Even though you can get several hundred dollars wrapped-up in either a Paintball or Airsoft weapon, exact cost can/will vary drastically based on each gun’s specifications.
Unlike Paintball guns, some Airsoft Guns are 1:1 scale replicas of an actual weapon. This means that they look like the real thing. Even metal components are used so the weight comparability is maintained. These non-lethal weapons are so real looking that each gun must have a federally mandated orange tip on the muzzle to signify their legal possession/usage status. The jury is still out on which sport is best!
Team-building Through Play!
Almost Real!
Companies are always looking for a way to engender camaraderie among their employees. When people are comfortable with each other and trust each other, a company simply runs more efficiently.
After all, happy employees are productive employees. As companies become increasingly aware of this, they are apt to implement various team-building exercises to help create that sense of trust. While some companies use exercises like company bowling, others take a slightly different tack.
To that end, one of the more increasingly common group activities is having a coordinated game of airsoft. Just supply every employee with airsoft guns and some safety gear, and let the groups devise a strategic plan of attack. Not only will it help people utilize and create teamwork skills, but it will also let people get to know each other in a more relaxed setting. When employees are on friendly terms, it can do wonders for in-office atmosphere and overall morale.
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